Taftville Hydro Dam #4
Connecticut — New London County — SHETUCKET RIVER
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | New London |
| River | SHETUCKET RIVER |
| Coordinates | 41.57254, -72.04566 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 41 ft |
| Dam Height | 30 ft |
| Dam Length | 860 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,712 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | — |
| Surface Area | 107 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 18, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1867 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | FirstLight Power Resources |
| Other Name | Shetucket Taftfille Ponemah Dam #4 |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.